Nurse Manager

Nurse Manager

The Nurse Manager is responsible for the operational management of the assigned Nursing Unit in collaboration with physician leadership. The Nurse Manager provides clinical and administrative leadership for the Medicine 7W Unit. The position requires medical/surgical experience. Participates in the strategic planning for the department. The Nurse Manager manages the activities of the Medicine 7W Unit and ensures all operations are in compliance with clinical guidelines. Has accountability for nursing services 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required. Master's preferred
• Three (3) to five (5) years progressive leadership experience.
• Current New York State License as a Registered Professional Nurse
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• Completion of de-escalation training within 90 days of employment and every two years thereafter.
• Knowledge of guidelines of the regulatory bodies - The Joint Commission, Department of Health and Centers for Medicare and Medicaid.
• Assessment skills
• Ability to make safe judgement calls.
• Strong communication skills for in-servicing the staff
• Excellent customer service skills, responsible for meeting deadline, punctual.
• Effective written and verbal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, manage multiple priorities.
• Basic computer skills
• Keeps commitments and when unable gives notice.

The Brooklyn Hospital Center